Norman Irwin: key obituary facts
Is Norman Irwin dead? Yes. Norman Irwin died on September 2, 2026, at age 107.
Cause of death: Norman Irwin's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Norman Irwin known for?
He was a Northern Irish WWII veteran and centenarian.
More about Norman Irwin
Born: 17 November 1918.
Gender: male.
Occupation: military personnel, engineer.
Norman Irwin, a Northern Irish World War II veteran and centenarian, died on September 2, 2026, aged 107.
Born William Norman Wilson Irwin on November 17, 1918, in Coleraine, County Londonderry, he served with the Royal Artillery before later joining the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. He was also recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours with the British Empire Medal and was named Northern Ireland’s oldest man at the age of 107.